Professional development for start-up creative businesses.

A 3 hour private session (held at the studio, zoom or phone) that will answer all those questions you have about starting out. If your returning to the studio, or just starting to follow your creative passion, this is a great one for you.

If its fine art, craft or creative products the business set up you need for success remains the same. Good business planning, understanding your product and where to sell and promote are major topics we cover. You will leave the session with a list of things to go home and work on, resources and a better understanding of how to run and last in a small business.

Each session is tailored to you; however, each session normally covers,

·         Basic business set up. ABN, sole trader info, tax, invoicing etc

·         Understanding what you are selling/ promoting, and who will buy/support

·         Product design and resources to great products

·         Budgets

·         Pricing, commissions

·         Setting up a studio space, at home, retail, gallery or other

·         Website and logo design

·         Online presence and promotions

·         Connect with galleries and retail outlets

·         Online shop, postage etc

·         Networking for success

As mentioned, each session is tailored to your unique art or product. Come with questions and get ready to learn from my mistakes and wins over the last 20 years in design, art and government sectors. Go home motivated and focused to get started!

So what’s next, buy the session online ( or give me a call with more questions) and Ill be in touch with a time that work for us both.

Please refer to my artist bio for creative work history

PH 0429 487 721

Testimonials

“I’ve worked with Samantha over many years, to help develop my arts practice. Her honest and down to earth approach to the art industry is refreshing and has helped my art business in sales and also understanding who I am, and what I offer. Cant recommend her enough.”

— Helen Esher

“Through her role as Arts and Culture Officer at Golden Plains Shire Council Samantha demonstrated a genuine passion for providing opportunities for local young people to explore and develop their creativity.

Samantha worked alongside the Youth Development Team to create a variety of engaging community programs, workshops and events to build skills and showcase the creative talents of young people.

Samantha has strong youth development practices and a wealth of knowledge and experience to share with her audience. Subsequently, positive outcomes have always been achieved when working with Samantha.”

— Mark De Campo Senior Youth Development Officer Golden Plains Shire Council

“Thank you for all you have given to create a creative space for all that have used. It’s been great working with you .Thank you Samantha x”

— Bev loveday - BOP Artist

“Samantha is both a consummate professional and a true creative. Combine this with a wealth of experience negotiating with arts and government organisations and you get an invaluable asset for anyone wanting to turn their ideas into concrete realities. Can’t recommend Samantha highly enough. ”

— Sarah Hart Creative

“It was an extraordinary day for me yesterday at the professional development workshop and couldn’t have come at a better time to completely inspire me and motivate me to continue pursuing art. ”

— ALLEGRA DE LEUCIO - Emerging Artist